World Cup to get cash boost as FIFA unveils red card crackdown
FIFA on Tuesday boosted overall World Cup cash distributions to nearly $900 million following concerns over the spiraling costs for teams taking part in the tournament.
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FIFA announces World Cup rules
- Players who cover mouths could face red card at World Cup RTE —
- Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents Associated Press —
- FIFA to award $871 million in prize money for 2026 World Cup, increasing figure by a further 15% CBS Sports —
- FIFA boosts World Cup money distributed to 48 participating teams USA Today —
- Players who cover mouths in confrontations to be sent off at World Cup Sky News —